Green Belt (6th Kyu)

• The student completes all of the required techniques correctly and independently.
• The student demonstrates consistently good preparation, stances, finishing positions and targets.
• When performing a block and reverse punch in the same step, the student uses good and consistent hip rotation, opening the hips on the block and closing them on the punch.
• The student demonstrates good speed, power, timing and balance.
• The student remains focused and demonstrates good intensity throughout.
• The overall performance is standout and above the standard normally expected at this grade.

• The student completes Heian Sandan correctly and independently.
• The student demonstrates five or six of the following qualities, one of which must be Technique:
  • Technique: movements, stances, preparations and targets are performed correctly and to a good standard.
  • Dynamics: the body is used effectively to generate movement and power, with good balance and transitions from one technique to the next in a fluid and efficient manner.
  • Eye direction: the student looks in the correct direction and uses their eyes appropriately before or with each movement.
  • Timing: the Kata is performed with appropriate rhythm, timing and transitions.
  • Kime: techniques are completed with clear focus, energy and intent.
  • Zanshin: the student maintains awareness, concentration, posture and readiness throughout and at the end of the Kata.
• The overall performance is standout and above the standard normally expected at this grade.

• The student completes their one-step sparring correctly and independently.
• The student demonstrates five or six of the following qualities:
  • Aim: attacks and counterattacks are directed towards the correct target.
  • Distance: the student maintains an appropriate distance from their partner.
  • Pressure: the student moves with commitment and positive intent towards their partner.
  • Control: techniques are performed safely and with appropriate control.
  • Timing: attacks, blocks and counterattacks are performed at the appropriate moment.
  • Technique: attacks, blocks, stances and counterattacks are performed correctly.
• The overall performance is standout and above the standard normally expected at this grade.

• The student completes the required techniques correctly and independently.
• The student demonstrates generally good preparation, stances, finishing positions and targets.
• The student demonstrates some appropriate hip rotation between their blocks and reverse punches, although this may not always be consistent.
• The student shows good speed, power and timing in some or most of their techniques.
• The student is focused.
• The overall performance is clearly good and above the standard normally expected at this grade.

• The student completes Heian Sandan correctly and independently.
• The student demonstrates three or four of the six Kata qualities:
  • Technique
  • Dynamics
  • Eye direction
  • Timing
  • Kime
  • Zanshin
• The overall performance is clearly good and above the standard normally expected at this grade.

• The student completes their one-step sparring correctly and independently.
• The student demonstrates three or four of the six Kumite qualities:
  • Aim
  • Distance
  • Pressure
  • Control
  • Timing
  • Technique
• The student demonstrates good engagement with their partner.
• The overall performance is clearly good and above the standard normally expected at this grade.

• The student completes the required techniques correctly and independently.
• The student steps and performs the correct blocks and punches using the correct arms and legs.
• Their preparation, stances, targeting, speed, power and timing may still be basic or inconsistent.
• Hip rotation may be limited or inconsistent.
• The student maintains an acceptable level of focus.
• The overall performance meets the standard normally expected from a student grading for Green Belt.

If a serious error requires a further formal attempt, the maximum Kihon mark available is Credit.

The student achieves a Credit by meeting either of the following standards:

• The student completes Heian Sandan correctly and independently and demonstrates one or two of the six Kata qualities.

OR

• The student makes a serious error during their initial performance but subsequently completes Heian Sandan correctly after the error has been explained and a further attempt is given.

• The student completes their one-step sparring correctly and independently.
• The student demonstrates one or two of the six Kumite qualities at a good standard.
• The remaining areas may still be basic or inconsistent.
• The student demonstrates an acceptable level of engagement and control.

If a serious error requires a further formal attempt, the maximum Kumite mark available is Credit.

The student is unable to complete the required Kihon correctly after their initial attempt and the two permitted further attempts.

The student is unable to complete Heian Sandan correctly after their initial attempt and the two permitted further attempts.

The student is unable to complete the required one-step sparring correctly after their initial attempt and the two permitted further attempts.